A <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/books-&amp;-manuscripts/book/first-edition?locale=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">first edition</a>, first printing of The Wind in the Willows by <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Kenneth+Grahame&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kenneth Grahame</a>, with "Presentation Copy" stamp.<ul><li>Kenneth Grahame (Scottish).</li><li>London: Methuen, 1908.</li><li>Complete with half-title and the frontispiece by Graham Robertson.</li><li>The title-page bears a neat circular blue "Presentation Copy" ink stamp, indicating an early publisher's issue.</li><li>Publisher's original pictorial blue green cloth, elaborately blocked in gilt to the upper cover and spine, top edge gilt, the remaining edges untrimmed.</li></ul> The true first edition of one of the greatest works of English literature, an enduring celebration of friendship, adventure and the English countryside. Published in 1908 after Grahame's earlier stories had appeared in correspondence to his young son, The Wind in the Willows was initially greeted with a mixed critical reception before rapidly assuming the status of a modern classic. Today it stands amongst the most desirable first editions of the Edwardian period, its appeal extending equally to collectors of children's literature, private presses and landmark works of fantasy.

The Wind in the Willows | First Edition Presentation Copy

A <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/books-&amp;-manuscripts/book/first-edition?locale=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">first edition</a>, first printing of <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=The%20Wind%20in%20the%20Willows&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Wind in the Willows</a>.<ul><li>Kenneth Grahame (English).</li><li>United Kingdom: Methuen, 1908.</li><li>Bound in green fabric with gilt title.</li></ul> The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is a classic children’s novel first published in 1908. It follows the adventures of four anthropomorphic animals—Mole, Rat, Badger, and the reckless Mr. Toad—in the English countryside. The story explores friendship, adventure, and the clash between rural tranquility and modern progress. Toad’s obsession with motorcars leads to trouble, including imprisonment and daring escapes. Meanwhile, his friends try to guide him toward wisdom. Grahame’s lyrical prose and vivid descriptions create a timeless tale celebrating nature, camaraderie, and the joys of a simple life.

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